Indie Brands

Jones New York Quartz Ladies Watch

Brand Feature: Jones New York

A month or so back, CWT sent me four watches from their exclusive brand, Jones New York. JNY is a brand of inexpensive quartz timepieces with a focus on fashion and style. As such, watches themselves are fairly standard quartz timepieces: they are powered by Japanese-sourced quartz movements and are made of standard materials.

I put them behind my lens and started snapping. As you can see, they’re very photogenic and I got some really excellent shots. Check them out below, with Melissa’s opinion on them.

Willis Judd Carbon Fiber Watches

Willis Judd Carbon Fiber Watches

Willis Judd is a microbrand that is just finishing up their already-funded Kickstarter campaign. At 45mm, this carbon fiber beauty is oversized but definitely not overdone. If you’re looking for an affordable new quartz watch and want something different from what else is out there, this Willis Judd may just be the watch you’re looking for.

Corniche Heritage 36 in Box

On Her Wrist: the Women’s Corniche Heritage 36

The same great style and design of the Heritage 40, now appropriately sized for a woman’s wrist! If you’re looking for a great ladies-sized dress watch, the Corniche Heritage 36 might be the watch for you!

Bonvier Classic 40mm

Bonvier Classic 40mm Review

Priced at under $175, the Bonvier Classic offers a variety of attractive styles to choose from. It’s made using good materials and a quality Miyota movement, meaning that it should keep ticking for years to come. I wish they’d have used sapphire instead of mineral glass, but it’s not unreasonable for the price point. I like the Classic 40mm overall.

Wood Wilder Denmark

Wood Wilder Denmark: Premium Wooden Watches

If you’re looking for a new watch that’s a little against the grain, you might find a wooden watch from Wood Wilder Denmark a good pick. Good looking, made well, and comfortable to wear, there’s a lot about these wooden watches to like.

Corniche Men's Heritage 40

Corniche Heritage 40 Review

The two-handed dial is unique and presented beautifully, as is the rose gold case and the laser-etched backplate. In every respect, the Heritage 40 demonstrates the care that went into its design and build. Priced alongside comparable quartz watches from Swiss and Japanese watchmakers, the Heritage 40 absolutely deserves your consideration if you’re wanting a dress watch that’s different but still classic.

Kickstarter Watches

Kickstarter Projects Worth Checking Out

If you’re into indie brands, check out these two Kickstarter campaigns: the Peren Watches “Son of the Dragon” and the Freedom to Exist “40mm”. These two quartz timepieces use Swiss movements and have wildly different looks.

Castle Watch Co. Corbel Standard Issue

Castle Corbel Standard Issue Review

Castle Watch Co. is a small growing brand with a lot of potential. They’ve done some nice things with the Corbel; from a reliable quartz movement and unique details on the case. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking to start or build his or her collection with this understated, affordable piece.